Clarify the situation
We review the goal, status, timing, family/work/company context and available documents together.
Build the evidence logic
We explain which documents matter, why they are needed and what each should prove.
Explain the risks
We identify risks linked to missing evidence, income, timing, the wrong route or authority expectations.
Define next steps
We turn the next filing, evidence, strategy or professional-support step into a practical plan.
What do we assess in this service?
A qualifying study place is required
For a student residence permit, the applicant must normally have been accepted to a Finnish educational institution for studies leading to a degree or vocational qualification, or have another well-founded study basis accepted by Migri.
2026 income requirement
Migri requires at least EUR 800 per month for living costs. If studies last one year or longer, the applicant must normally have EUR 9,600 available for the first year when the application is submitted. The funds must be in the applicant's own account and available for personal use.
Tuition fee is separate from living costs
If tuition has not yet been paid, the applicant must also have enough money to pay the first-year tuition fee in addition to the living-cost funds. Money reserved for living costs cannot be counted again as tuition-fee funds. Scholarships and documented support from the educational institution can affect the calculation under Migri's rules.
Insurance and documents
- Valid passport
- Certificate of admission
- Bank statement covering the required period
- Proof of paid tuition fee or sufficient funds for the fee
- Required insurance
- Scholarship or institutional-support evidence where applicable
Right to work during studies
A person holding a residence permit for studies may generally work in paid employment in any field for an average of up to 30 hours per week. The annual average rule and progress of studies must still be respected. Employment does not replace the first-permit income requirement at the time of filing.
What ENB delivers
- Permit-route and timing check
- Funding and tuition evidence review
- Document checklist
- Enter Finland structure
- Risk review before filing
- Support with additional-information requests
What this service is not
- No admission-service guarantee
- No promise of a residence permit
- No use of expected future work income to replace the first-permit funds requirement
Detailed guides related to this service
Use ENB's official-source reviewed guides before assessing the consulting scope or while preparing your documents.
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Open toolsFrequently asked questions
How much money does a student need for a Finnish residence permit in 2026?
Migri requires EUR 800 per month. For studies lasting at least one year, the applicant normally needs EUR 9,600 available for the first year, plus any unpaid tuition fee.
Can expected work income replace the funds requirement for the first student permit?
No. Migri states that the first student residence permit cannot be funded by expected employment income.
Official sources and content review
Last checked: 2026-08-23ENB Consulting is not a public authority. This page provides general information and explains the consulting scope. Case-specific assessment is separate and final decisions are made by the competent authority. No outcome is guaranteed.